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Nagari Pandam Gadang is a village in Gunuang Omeh District, Lima Puluh Kota Regency, West Sumatra Province, with an area of 64.00 km² and a population of approximately 5,058. This article aims to present a comprehensive profile of the village, covering aspects of geography, history, public facilities, tourism potential, and the economic conditions of the community. The data in this article is compiled based on the Administrative Map created by KKN students from Padang State University in 2026, supported by field observations and related literature sources. Geographically, this village has a potential natural landscape for the development of the agricultural and tourism sectors. From a historical perspective, Nagari Pandam Gadang is known as the birthplace of national hero Ibrahim Datuk Tan Malaka. In addition, this village has natural tourism potential such as the Many Fish Tourism and the Lotus Cave, which have not been optimally managed. The community's economic condition is still dominated by the traditional agricultural sector. Therefore, an integrated development strategy is needed to improve community welfare through the sustainable utilization of local potential based on local wisdom.

This article examines the implementation of a sharia financial literacy education program aimed at supporting community economic development at the Balai Perkumpulan Sub PPKBD Tambakkemerakan, Krian, driven by the persistently low level of community literacy regarding Islamic finance concepts and practices, which has the potential to impede the optimization of Islamic principles-based economic well-being. Employing the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, this study engaged community members actively throughout the processes of problem identification, program implementation, and evaluation, with activities conducted through socialization sessions, interactive discussions, and practical demonstrations of sharia-compliant financial management in real-life contexts. The findings indicate a measurable improvement in community comprehension of Islamic finance fundamentals, including the prohibition of riba (usury/interest), the importance of financial planning, and the utilization of sharia-compliant financial institutions, alongside observable attitudinal shifts toward more prudent and Islamically normative financial behavior. These outcomes suggest that the program contributes positively to fostering community economic independence and strengthening the application of Islamic economic principles at the household level.

The distribution of takjil in Pucang Village, Buduran, Sidoarjo a tradition of sharing food to break the fast is not only viewed as a form of individual worship but also plays a vital role in strengthening social bonds among residents. In addition to fostering brotherhood, the practice of sharing takjil also serves as a means of instilling social values such as empathy, mutual cooperation, and a sense of responsibility toward the surrounding community. In the context of the takjil-sharing activity, social solidarity is key to strengthening bonds of brotherhood. In the social life of Muslim communities in Indonesia, the tradition of sharing takjil during Ramadan is not merely a routine distribution of food for breaking the fast, but a social practice that can strengthen the sense of brotherhood among residents. This study employs the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, an approach that positions the community as both the subject and an active partner throughout the entire research and community service process. The primary purpose of the iftar-sharing activities during Ramadan is not merely to meet the practical needs of breaking the fast, but also to strengthen social bonds and brotherhood among community members through shared experiences and direct interaction.

Sumbersari Village is one of the few places where child marriage is still a problem. Children's mental health, education, and future prospects are all negatively impacted by this practice. The KKN (Community Service Program) group organizes community service projects that teach fifth and sixth graders about the dangers of child marriage and give them the opportunity to socialize. One of the strategies used is a question and answer session with incentives to increase student engagement, as well as presenting material in simple language and facilitating interactive conversations. The results show that students' interest and knowledge about child marriage risks increases. This activity has limitations due to its limited reach, especially for elementary school children, and the relatively basic nature of the subject matter. Therefore, for initiatives to combat child marriage to be more successful and sustainable, follow-up programs involving parents, adolescents, and community leaders are essential. Collaboration with relevant parties is needed to create deeper policies, as well as increase awareness of the importance of women's education and empowerment in preventing child marriage.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of digital marketing in increasing sales of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the bedding equipment sector on online platforms. The background of this research is driven by the high level of competition in marketplaces and the need for business actors to optimize digital marketing strategies to remain competitive. The research method used is Participatory Action Research (PAR), combined with SWOT analysis to identify business conditions comprehensively. Data collection techniques were carried out through direct observation of production and marketing activities. The results show that the implementation of digital marketing through marketplaces and social commerce can expand market reach, increase sales volume, and enhance the business actor’s understanding of managing online marketing strategies. In addition, product content optimization, the use of promotional features, and customer service play an important role in increasing consumer trust and purchase decisions. However, challenges such as high advertising costs and frequent changes in platform policies were also identified. Overall, this study concludes that well-planned and efficient digital marketing strategies can improve competitiveness, profitability, and business sustainability of SMEs in the digital era.

This study aims to enhance knowledge, foster a sense of patriotism, and strengthen the national identity of Indonesian children living abroad through an educational program introducing Indonesian islands and culture. Children living in foreign environments tend to interact more frequently with foreign cultures, potentially leading to a lack of familiarity with their own national culture. Therefore, this activity was designed as a fun and easily understandable learning experience to ensure children remain connected to their roots. The method used was qualitative descriptive research employing direct observation of 30–40 participants over a two-week period. The program was implemented in several stages: orientation, presentation of materials, video screenings, drawing and coloring activities, and traditional games. The results showed that participants demonstrated increased knowledge of the names of major islands in Indonesia as well as various regional cultures, such as traditional attire, dances, and folk songs. Additionally, the program successfully fostered a sense of pride, boosted self-confidence, and strengthened camaraderie among participants. The children appeared enthusiastic and active in every activity provided. Thus, this educational program proved effective as a means to introduce Indonesian culture while strengthening the national identity of Indonesian children abroad through engaging and enjoyable learning methods.

Cultural education plays a vital role in fostering children’s creative thinking skills. Batik, as Indonesia’s cultural heritage, embodies artistic values, symbols, and life meanings that can be utilized as a medium of learning. This study aims to describe the implementation of batik-based cultural education in enhancing the creativity of Indonesian children at Sanggar Bimbingan Al Ikhlas Sungai Penchala, Malaysia. The research method employed is qualitative with a case study design. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that batik activities improve children’s ability to generate ideas, select colors, and create patterns based on imagination. Moreover, children demonstrate increased confidence in expressing ideas through artwork. Teachers serve as facilitators who guide, motivate, and provide examples during the creative process. The conclusion indicates that batik-based cultural education enhances creativity, self-confidence, and cultural identity awareness among Indonesian children living abroad. This study contributes to the discourse on cultural education by highlighting batik as an effective medium for creative learning and identity development in diaspora contexts.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by progressive and not fully reversible airflow limitation. Dyspnea is the primary symptom experienced by COPD patients and significantly affects their quality of life, especially among those hospitalized. This condition may lead to activity limitation, psychological distress, and decreased social functioning. This study aimed to determine the relationship between the level of dyspnea and the quality of life of COPD patients in the pulmonary inpatient ward of Cut Nyak Dhien General Hospital Meulaboh. This study employed an analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of hospitalized COPD patients selected using purposive sampling. Dyspnea severity was measured using the Modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) scale, while quality of life was assessed using the St. George’s Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ). Data were analyzed using the Spearman correlation test to determine the relationship between variables.The results showed that most respondents experienced moderate to severe dyspnea and had poor quality of life. Statistical analysis revealed a significant relationship between dyspnea level and quality of life (p < 0.05) with a negative correlation.In conclusion, there is a significant relationship between dyspnea severity and quality of life in COPD patients, where higher dyspnea levels are associated with lower quality of life.

West Sumatra is one of the Indonesian regions with high exposure to natural hazards, making fast, accurate, and accessible disaster information essential. This study aims to analyze the role of the Instagram account of the West Sumatra Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) in disseminating disaster information, examining both institutional management practices and public interpretation of the messages. The study used a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with ten external informants and six internal BPBD informants, supported by observation and documentation of Instagram-based disaster communication. The data were analyzed through reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings show that Instagram functions as a channel for early warning, emergency updates, disaster education, documentation, and public interaction. Internal informants described content production through field documentation, editing, 5W+1H-based narration, verification, and coordination with related agencies. Public informants perceived BPBD information as clear, credible, and useful for daily preparedness, although they expected faster updates, simpler visuals, and more interactive content. The study implies that disaster communication through Instagram needs to strengthen verification procedures, real-time updates, human resources, and two-way engagement.

This study aims to analyze the digital communication strategy implemented by the Jakarta Communication, Informatics, and Statistics Office (Diskominfotik) in the dissemination of public information through the @katakotajakarta Instagram account. The research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and literature studies. The results of the study show that there is a shift in communication patterns from one direction to a more interactive two-way, characterized by the use of visual content, the use of casual language, and systematic content planning. The use of the Reels feature has proven to be effective in increasing audience reach, especially from non-followers. However, the challenges faced include fluctuations in engagement and the risk of information overload that can reduce the effectiveness of communication. This study concludes that adaptive and data-based digital communication strategies are able to increase the effectiveness of public communication and strengthen the relationship between the government and the community. These findings provide practical implications for the management of public communication in the digital era, especially in utilizing social media as an interactive means that support transparency and public participation.

This study discusses the production of digital campaign content for Perumda Transpakuan Bogor through Instagram and videotron as part of public transportation communication strategies targeting Generation Z. The study aims to analyze and implement digital content production processes that are visually engaging, informative, and relevant to young audiences. This research used a qualitative descriptive approach with a project-based applied research orientation. Data were collected through participatory observation, documentation, and Instagram Insight analysis. The project resulted in nine Instagram contents in the form of reels, carousel posts, infographics, and interactive posts, as well as one public service advertisement video for videotron media. The findings show that the use of storytelling, relatable visuals, and short-form video formats effectively increased audience reach and engagement. Instagram reels became the most effective format in attracting Generation Z audiences, while videotron strengthened message distribution in public spaces. The study implies that integrating social media and digital outdoor media can support more effective public communication campaigns for public transportation services.

This study examines the application of Walter Murch's Rule of Six as a post-production decision-making framework for the Instagram Reels content on the Tenchi Tirtayasa account. This project addresses the challenge of bridging the gap between the image of a premium restaurant and the necessity to convey a warmer, more accessible brand experience through short-form videos. A descriptive project-based methodology was employed, involving the observation of the production process, documentation of the editing workflow, analysis of Episode 3 of the Reels series, and review of Instagram Reels Insights as the data. The analysis reveals that the six priorities of editing—Emotion, Story, Rhythm, eye-trace, Two-dimensional screen space, and Three-dimensional action space—assisted the editor in selecting shots, organizing visual sequences, managing pacing, and maintaining spatial continuity in the vertical 9:16 format. Episode 3 garnered 9,132 Views, 229 Likes, 10 Comments, 9 Shares, and a 93.4% non-follower reach rate. These findings suggest that a Rule of Six-based workflow can enhance soft-selling Storytelling, reinforce visual consistency, and improve the communicative value of restaurant reel content.

This study aims to analyze the role of Gambus music education in fostering appreciation for Riau Malay oral traditions in higher education. Amidst the wave of globalization, oral traditions such as pantun, syair, and gurindam are losing their space of actualization among the younger generation. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design at the Universitas Islam Riau. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results indicate that Gambus music learning, which integrates experiential learning methods through three main stages textual analysis, musical practice, and contextual reflection is effective in increasing students' cultural awareness. The integration of oral tradition texts into musical materials allows students to deeply internalize moral, religious, and social values. Despite challenges such as limited curriculum time allocation, the involvement of expert practitioners serves as a key supporting factor in providing an authentic learning experience. The study concludes that Gambus music in higher education functions as a strategic educational instrument to revitalize oral traditions as a "living archive" and strengthen students' cultural identity.

The rapid development of social media, particularly Instagram, has transformed consumers’ information-seeking behavior and purchasing decision processes, making information quality in digital catalogs a crucial factor in visual-based marketing. However, studies examining information quality in Instagram-based digital catalogs for highly customized products remain limited. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the quality of digital catalog information and purchasing decisions on the @santflowersbouquet account. A quantitative approach with a survey method was employed, involving 95 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed through validity, reliability, and Spearman’s Rank correlation tests. The results indicate that information quality is categorized as high, with accuracy (92.6%) and timeliness (86.3%) as the dominant indicators. Purchasing decisions are also in the high category, with the time of purchase indicator reaching 96.8%. The correlation test shows a positive and significant relationship with a coefficient of 0.621 (p<0.001), indicating a strong association. These findings suggest that improving the quality of digital catalog information significantly contributes to enhancing purchasing decisions. Therefore, businesses are encouraged to optimize information quality as part of their digital marketing communication strategy.

The rapid development of digital media has increased the complexity of health information flows and triggered the spread of misinformation, thereby requiring service personnel to be prepared to manage information critically. However, studies specifically examining the relationship between digital media literacy and readiness to handle health hoaxes among non-medical frontliner staff remain limited. This study aims to analyze the relationship between digital media literacy and readiness in handling health-related hoaxes among frontliner staff at RSUD Welas Asih Bandung. A quantitative approach with a survey method was employed, involving 243 respondents selected through a census sampling technique. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed through validity, reliability, and Spearman’s Rank correlation tests. The results indicate that digital media literacy is at a high level, with digital safety (85.2%) and digital ethics (82.3%) as dominant indicators. Readiness in handling health hoaxes is also high, with gathering (78.6%) and planning (76.1%) as the highest indicators. The correlation test shows a positive and significant relationship with a coefficient of 0.794 (p<0.001), indicating a strong association. These findings suggest that improving digital media literacy significantly contributes to enhancing readiness in handling health hoaxes. Therefore, strengthening digital literacy is an important strategy to improve communication effectiveness and healthcare service quality.

This study is motivated by the limited public understanding of the symbolic meaning of properties used in the Grombyang Dance of Pemalang, where most audiences merely enjoy the performance without recognizing the cultural values embedded within it. This research aims to examine and explain the symbolic meanings of the properties used in the Grombyang Dance of Pemalang as performed at Sanggar Seni Kaloka Pemalang. The method employed is a descriptive qualitative approach using semiotic analysis based on Charles Sanders Peirce, with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the performance structure of the Grombyang Dance of Pemalang consists of three main parts: the opening, the core, and the closing, supported by various elements such as theme, movement, performers, makeup, costume, musical accompaniment, stage setting, and properties. The semiotic analysis reveals that the symbolic meaning of the properties can be understood through the relationship between representamen, object, and interpretant. The main property, the irus (ladle), functions as a symbol that not only represents the act of scooping Grombyang soup but also carries a belief-related meaning as a bringer of fortune in trading activities. In conclusion, the properties in the Grombyang Dance of Pemalang serve not only as aesthetic elements but also as a medium of symbolic communication that reflects cultural, social, and belief values within the community. Therefore, they are important to be preserved and more deeply understood by the public.

This study aims to analyze the visual appeal of anime characters through a case study of cosplayers in Surabaya. The focus of this research is to identify the factors that motivate cosplayers to idolize anime characters and to describe the visual elements that contribute to the formation of such appeal. This study employs a qualitative approach using observation, interviews, documentation, and questionnaire distribution to 30 active cosplayers aged 18–20 who are members of cosplay communities in Surabaya. The collected data were analyzed using Charles Sanders Peirce’s semiotic approach, which emphasizes the relationship between sign, object, and interpretant in the process of visual meaning-making. The results indicate that the appeal of anime characters is not solely influenced by visual aspects but also by emotional attachment formed through character representation. Specifically, facial features (66.7%) and body gestures (33.3%) are the dominant factors influencing cosplayers’ preferences, compared to other visual elements such as color, costume, and hair details. The semiotic analysis reveals that visual elements in cosplay function as a system of signs that represent character identity while simultaneously constructing aesthetic, emotional, and narrative meanings for the audience.

This study examines the application of continuity editing in the film Kucumbu Tubuh Indahku and its role in building the film's narrative structure. The primary objective of this study is to analyze the editing techniques used and identify the editor's contribution to shaping the visual storytelling. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with primary data collected through interviews with the film editor and observations of the film itself. The results of the study indicate that continuity editing functions to maintain narrative continuity and the emotional flow that develops throughout the story. The editing techniques used in this film include cut-in, match on action, and eyeline match, all of which work to create smooth transitions between different scenes. The cutting points in the film become key elements in regulating the rhythm, visual emphasis, and dramatic intensity within the storyline. Each decision regarding the cutting point made by the editor can produce different emotional effects, which directly influence the pacing and dynamics of the story. This study emphasizes that careful editing decisions are crucial in strengthening the visual and dramatic aspects of the film and help build a strong narrative experience for the audience.

Furniture is an item needed to complete the needs at home or residence, furniture helps the process of household chores become easier, as a place of storage, and creates comfort for its occupants. In this increasingly environmentally conscious era, product design is here to integrate the principles of sustainability. One of them is waste from industrial HPL (high pressure laminate) which is often thrown away without being utilized, Plywood waste and High Pressure Laminate (HPL) are by-products of the furniture industry that hold potential for reuse through sustainable design practices. This study aims to design a coffee table using plywood and HPL waste by applying the Design Thinking method, which includes the stages of empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. This method enables user needs analysis, idea exploration, and iterative prototype development. The results indicate that waste materials can be transformed into a coffee table that is strong, aesthetically appealing, and functional. The use of HPL enhances surface durability and visual value, while the plywood structure can be reinforced through simple joinery systems. The final product meets ergonomic, stability, and aesthetic criteria. In conclusion, Design Thinking is effective in transforming waste materials into high-value furniture and supports sustainable design practices

This study aims to analyze the aesthetic values of Ranggawis Dance as a form of regional creative dance that develops in Purbalingga Regency. This research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, supported by a choreographic aesthetic approach. The theoretical framework used is the aesthetic theory proposed, which includes aspects of form, content, and performance. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation involving choreographers, musicians, dancers, and related parties in the performance of Ranggawis Dance. The data were analyzed descriptively using a qualitative approach by linking field findings with the applied aesthetic concepts. The results show that the aesthetics of Ranggawis Dance are formed through the harmony of form aspects, including movement, musical elements, and dancer composition; content aspects reflecting values of togetherness and joy within the community; and performance aspects demonstrated through synchronization (rampak) and dancers’ expressions. The dance movements, which combine Banyumasan, Jaipong, and contemporary elements, create a dynamic and harmonious impression, while the use of pentatonic scales strengthens the traditional character. The collaborative creative process between choreographers and musicians also contributes to the overall aesthetic unity of the performance. Therefore, Ranggawis Dance possesses strong aesthetic values, reflects local cultural identity, and has the potential to be further developed as part of traditional art preservation.